Obituary of Joseph Dyson

Peacefully at Westmount Gardens on Wednesday, February 12th, 2014, Mr. Joseph Dyson of London in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Irene (Barnett). Loving father of Mike (Paulette). Forever missed by grandchildren Adam Prettyman (Val), William Prettyman (Ashley), Gerritt Dyson (Shereene), Cody Dyson and Danielle McGill. Also sadly missed by his sister Kit and beloved niece Ann (Roger) Stockwell. Predeceased by his loving daughter Elaine Prettyman. Born in Shepherd’s Bush, West London, England. He was the youngest of five children to George and Norah Dyson. Joe joined the Merchant Navy at the age of 16 and circumnavigated the world before the age of 20. He joined the Canadian Army from 1957-1970 serving with the REME’s and then worked for the City of London until his retirement. Joe was also a member of the St. John’s Lodge. A memorial visitation will be held at Westmount Gardens, 590 Longworth Road, London, on Saturday, February 15th, 2014 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Joe are asked to consider the Canadian Diabetes Association.